1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 1999 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Step Wagon | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Step Wagon | Caddy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |